The looming May 2022 national elections may have raised a few concerns for some citizens especially government employees like whether or not they can express publicly their support for a particular candidate as well as their limitations in doing so and the University of the Philippines (UP) -...
"I wouldn't be President Duterte if I were corrupt like you." President Rodrigo Duterte listens to the presentation of his Cabinet members during the "Talk to the People" public briefing on Nov. 2, 2021 (Malacañang photo) This was the Chief Executive's comeback on Wednesday, Nov. 3 , against...
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) was urged by the faculty of the University of the Philippines (UP) to stop “misrepresentation of academic freedom.” CONTEND The Congress of Teachers/Educators for Nationalism and Democracy (CONTEND) on Wednesday, Nov. 3, denounced CHED for defending the...
President Duterte has raised what he called "fault lines" in the country's rollout of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines, along with a way to address them. President Rodrigo Duterte speaks during the pre-recorded "Talk to the People" public briefing on Nov. 2, 2021 (Malacañang photo) "May...
A total of 15 universities in the country was listed among the best higher education institutions (HEI) in Asia in the 2022 university rankings of global higher education think-tank Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). An additional university made the cut this year, compared to last year's turnout of 14....
Korean actor Jin Goo, one of the main stars of the hit Korean drama “Descendants of the Sun,” tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19). "Jin Goo was diagnosed with COVID-19 and is currently being treated in an isolation facility," said Varo Entertainment, the actor’s agency, Korean...
The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra serenades kids dressed in space-themed costumes Last Sunday, in time for Halloween, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) presented “Tricks and Musical Treats: A PPO Family Concert.” Aimed at children and families watching online, the objective of...
How art comforts us amidst our rather unsettling situation In a time when art can unexpectedly bring solace amidst the pandemic, art collector Allan Ancheta releases his first book entitled “Fusion,” taking readers through the wonders of appreciating and collecting pieces. Launched on Manila...
The Hungry Sibs’ rich dishes are definitely turophiles’ dream eats Baked, rich, savory, and filled with a variety of cheeses, those are the things The Hungry Sibs promises to bring to your table. And if you’re a true turophile, this humble online food business is worthy of a bookmark for your...
Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) reported a 26 percent improvement in net income to P10.7 billion for the first nine months of the year on account of a 9 percent increase in revenues. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the bank said its net interest income increased 3...
Benchmark interest rates increased across the board at Tuesday’s auction of short-term government debt papers, as investors wait for the latest inflation report and shift in policy at US Federal Reserve. The yield on the 91-day Treasury bill, which banks use in pricing their loans, went up to...
The Prolife Philippines Foundation will hold a caravan on Dec. 8 in celebration of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Photo from Prolife FB The Lakbayan Para sa Buhay, Pamilya at Birheng Maria will visit several churches in different dioceses starting with a celebration of the Eucharist at the...
